Rift Valley Children and Women Development Organization (RCWDO) (ሪፍት ቫሊ ችልድረን ኤንድ ውመን ዲቨሎፕመንት ኦርጋናዜሽን)
INVITATION TO BID (ITB) for Purchase of Brand-New Desk Top Computers, Brand Amplifies, Moden Beehives & Two Wheel Walk Behind Mini Tractors
RCWDO is a national, non-governmental humanitarian organization implementing the project "Increasing Access to Protective and Inclusive Learning Opportunities for Crisis-Affected Children in Oromia, Ethiopia," funded by the Government of Finland through UNICEF, in partnership with Geneva Global Inc., Ethiopia; RCWDO invites eligible and qualified suppliers and bidders to submit sealed bids for the Supply of the following items as per specifications hereafter:
LOT 1: BRAND-NEW DESKTOP COMPUTERS
| Specification | Option I | Option II |
| Brand/Model | Dell Tower Desktop | Dell Tower Desktop |
| Processor | Intel Core i7, 14th Gen | Intel Core i7, 14th Gen |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD | 1 TB SSD |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi & Bluetooth | Wi-Fi & Bluetooth |
| Operating System | Genuine Windows 11 | Genuine Windows 11 |
| Office | Genuine Office 19 | Genuine Office 21 |
| Monitor | 21.5" FHD | 21.5" FHD |
Lot 2: BRAND NEW AMPLIFIERS
Lot 2: a. Specification for Medium Duty School Clubs Amplifier Set
| S/N | Components | Minimum Specification Requirement |
| 1 | Type, Power & Audio Quality | Portable rechargeable Bluetooth/media speaker, **≥30 W RMS**, full-range, with clear, low-distortion sound for school activities and small gatherings. |
| 2 | Connectivity & Compatibility | Bluetooth 5.0 or equivalent, TF/micro SD/USB MP3 playback, preferably 3.5 mm AUX; compatible with smartphones, tablets, computers and USB drives & FM radio preferred |
| 3 | Battery & Operating Time | Rechargeable lithium-ion or equivalent battery, preferably **4,000 mAh+**, with at least **8-12 hours' operation** per charge; battery indicator preferred, solar powered, |
| 4 | Charging & Controls | AC rechargeable with compatible charger/adapter; preferably **5-6 hours' charging time**, with simple controls for power, volume, Bluetooth and playback. |
| 5 | Portability, Durability, Water and Dust Resistant & Accessories | Compact, lightweight and durable with carrying handle; protected ports and preferably splash/dust resistant. Includes charger, USB cable, and manual and required audio cables. |
| 6 | Microphone, Warranty & After-Sales Service | Built-in microphone or microphone input preferred; **minimum 1-year warranty**, spare parts/battery availability and local technical support. Bidder to provide **model number and product photo/catalogue**. |
Lot 2: b. Specification for Medium Duty School Clubs Amplifier Set with Inbuilt Solar System
| S/N | Components | Minimum Specification Requirement |
| 1 | Type, Speaker & Output | Portable, medium-duty solar-powered speaker with built-in amplifier, 8-inch full-range speaker, 30–50 W RMS, with clear voice and music output for school clubs, awareness activities, and small indoor/outdoor events. |
| 2 | Power & Battery | ≥30 W solar panel with charge controller; rechargeable battery providing ≥6 hours operation at moderate volume; solar and AC charging capability. |
| 3 | Connectivity & Microphone | Bluetooth, USB, TF/microSD and AUX; FM radio preferred; at least one wireless microphone with dedicated input and volume control. |
| 4 | Portability, Durability, Water and Dust Resistant & Accessories | Master/microphone volume, bass/treble, echo and mode controls; sturdy carrying handle and durable enclosure for regular indoor/outdoor school use. |
| 5 | Accessories & Warranty | Solar panel, charge controller, AC charger, wireless microphone, cables and user manual; minimum 12-month warranty covering the speaker, amplifier, battery and accessories. |
LOT 3: LANGSTROTH MOVABLE-FRAME MODERN BEEHIVE AS PER ES 1204:2024
| S/N | Component | Minimum Specification Requirement |
| 1 | Hive Type & Material | Langstroth movable-frame modern beehive made of well-seasoned, good-quality timber, free from cracks, decay, insect holes, dead knots and splits. |
| 2 | Brood Chamber | External: 508 × 413 × 244 mm; internal: 463 × 368 × 244 mm. Complete with 10 brood frames. |
| 3 | Honey Super Chamber | External: 508 × 413 × 146 mm; internal: 463 × 368 × 146 mm. Supplied with 10 honey-super frames; at least one super, with additional supers as required by colony strength. |
| 4 | Frames & Frame Components | Brood frame: external 448 × 232 mm, internal approx. 428 × 212 mm. Super frame: external 448 × 136 mm, internal approx. 428 × 116 mm. Top bar: 448 × 25 × 10 mm; side bars: 10 mm thick, approx. 25 mm wide at bottom and 32 mm at top; bottom bar: 232 × 15 × 10 mm. |
| 5 | Frame Wire & Wax Foundation | Stainless-steel frame wire, approx. 0.4 mm diameter, with suitable wax foundation sheets fitted/provided for the frames. |
| 6 | Floor, Covers & Roof | Floor board approx. 508 × 413 × 51 mm overall. Inner/crown board 15 mm thick, with bee-escape/ventilation provision. Outer roof approx. 524 × 429 × 156 mm, fitted with weather-resistant metal covering. |
| 7 | Entrance & Queen Excluder | Adjustable hive entrance with landing board and entrance reducer. Rust-resistant metal queen excluder with openings of approximately 4.03 mm maximum width. |
| 8 | Completeness & Quality | Complete, properly assembled and ready for use, brand-new and free from manufacturing defects, with all specified hive components, frames, wax foundation, entrance fittings and covers supplied as a complete unit. |
LOT4-TWO-WHEEL WALK-BEHIND TRACTOR
| S/N | Components | Minimum Specification Requirement |
| 1 | Engine & Rated Power | 15–18 HP, 1-cylinder, 4-stroke diesel engine. |
| 2 | Fuel, Cooling & Starting System | Fuel tank capacity ≥5 litres; water/radiator cooling preferred; electric starting with manual backup. |
| 3 | Transmission & Drive | Minimum 4 forward + 2 reverse gears, suitable for agricultural operations and compatible with specified implements. |
| 4 | Wheels, Track & Clearance | 6.00-12 agricultural tyres; adjustable wheel track 580–800 mm; ground clearance ≥180 mm. |
| 5 | Weight & Working Capacity | Approximate operating weight 350–400 kg; working width 80–120 cm, depending on the implement; tilling depth 15–25 cm. |
| 6 | Agricultural Uses & Performance | Suitable for ploughing, tillage, planting, weeding and transport, with adequate capacity for smallholder agricultural operations. |
| 7 | Compatible Implements | Compatible with 2-furrow plough, rotary tiller, ridger, planter, trailer, harvester and lug tyres, as applicable. |
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS & BID SUBMISSION DETAILS
| Eligibility Requirements | Bid Submission Details |
| Valid and renewed trade license (2018 E.C/2026 G.C) | Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes with separate Technical and Financial proposals |
| Tax Identification Number (TIN) Certificate | Submission Deadline: [Within 5 Working Days as of this advert, at 8:00 local time or 2:00 PM in the afternoon as of date of announcement date on newspaper) |
| VAT Registration Certificate | Bid Opening: Same day at 8:30 Local Time or 2:30 PM in the afternoon; at RCWDO Head Office |
| Evidence Based Experience in provision of Desk Top Computers | All bids must comply with RCWDO procurement procedures |
| Supplier's Traceable organization set up and address with visibility with demonstrated electronics/ computer shops | Suppliers are required to offer price for both options (I & II) above |
CONTACT ADDRESS and Point to Collect Bid Document
Rift Valley Children and Women Development Organization (RCWDO) CMC Road, Gurd Shola, Woreda 06, Bole Sub-City After 300 meter After CentryMall, From Megenagna to CMC on AHF Building, 3rd Floor, Room No. 304
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Tel: +251 11 647 8382 /+ 251 911 07 07 46/ / +251 911 23 65 37/0911 94 34 37
- Email: riftvalley@ethionet.et / berhabu@yahoo.com
- Website: www.riftvalley.org.et
NOTE: 1. RCWDO Reserves The Right To Accept Or Reject Any Or All Bids, In Whole Or In Part, Without Assigning Any Reason Whatsoever.
Note: Collect the bid document from the above-mentioned address.
RIFT VALLEY CHILDREN AND WOMEN DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (RCWDO)
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RCWDO invites sealed bids for brand-new desktop computers (Dell tower, two spec options), amplifiers (medium-duty and solar-powered), Langstroth modern beehives, and two-wheel walk-behind mini tractors. Eligible suppliers need a valid trade license, TIN, VAT registration, and proven experience.
Not stated in the notice: bid security, bid document price. Check the original document or ask the issuer.